Assistant Marine Biologist

Here at the British Antarctic Survey, we take great care of our people –enabling them to thrive in the world’s coldest, most challenging and most unique continent. As part of our team, you’ll work in an environment that’s like nothing else on earth, enabling us to perform world-class scientific research while sustaining an active and influential presence for the UK in Antarctic affairs.

You will join a research project examining the seasonal physiology and ecology of a wide range of predators and scavengers. Throughout your work, you will take specific responsibility for animal collection and maintenance.

Qualifications: HNC / HND / BSc (or equivalent)
2 star CMAS (BSAC dive leader)

Duration: Contracts will be based in Antarctica and will be for 33 months.

Salary: Salary will be in the range of £19,829 - £27,273 pa pro-rata (depending on qualifications and experience).

Please quote reference: BAS 14/08

Closing date for receipt of application forms: 11th May 2008.

Interviews will be held in late May/early June

On-line application forms and further information are available on our website at
www.antarctica.ac.uk/employment

These are also available from the Personnel Section, British Antarctic Survey, High
Cross, Madingley Road, Cambridge, CB3 0ET. Tel: (01223) 221508.

We welcome applications from all sections of the community. People from ethnic minorities are currently under-represented and their applications are particularly welcome.

You will need to be physically capable and medically fit to work in Antarctic conditions.